5 Free Things Savannah

Why it made the list: The great green heart of Savannah, 30 acres of oak allées anchored by the iconic white Forsyth Fountain. It's free, gorgeous and the most photographed spot in the city, and simply strolling it is a perfect Savannah morning.

Why it made the list: The single best thing to do in Savannah costs nothing: wandering the 22 oak-shaded squares, each with its own monument, benches and surrounding mansions. Following Bull Street square to square is a free, unforgettable walk.

Why it made the list: Walking the cobblestoned riverfront and its plaza costs nothing, and you get old cotton warehouses, buskers and enormous cargo ships passing just offshore. The newer Plant Riverside stretch extends the stroll with more river views.

Why it made the list: The city's oldest surviving cemetery, dating to 1750, a free and atmospheric few acres of leaning headstones under moss-draped oaks right in the historic core. It's a quiet, haunting walk with centuries of Savannah history.

Why it made the list: The twin-spired French Gothic cathedral on Lafayette Square is free to step inside, and its soaring, jewel-toned interior of murals, stained glass and Italian marble is one of the most breathtaking spaces in the South.